Morihei Ueshiba's Invincible Aikido DVD by Ichiro Iida

Discover the practical essence of Aikido through the teachings of its founder, Morihei Ueshiba, as elucidated by Master Ichiro Iida. Drawing from direct instruction received from Morihei Ueshiba himself and early disciples like Shigenobu Okumura, Shoji Nishio, and Hiroshio Kuroiwa, Master Iida delves into the principles behind the "unbeaten Aikido." This video offers detailed explanations and practical demonstrations focusing on techniques that go beyond traditional kata training to address real-world situations such as punches, kicks, and brute force resistance.

Contents:

1. Tenkan

   • Basics of tenkan
   • Explanatory practice
   • Change of consciousness

2. Irimi

   • Theory of entrance
   • Trigonometric entry
   • Explanatory practice

3. Consciousness of Thrusts

   • Adapting to thrusts
   • Trigonometric method of counter thrusts
   • Explanatory practice
   • "Atemi" without hitting

4. Four Techniques

   • Irimi, Hikimi, Kaimi, Ukemi
   • Handling with a sword
   • Application of techniques
   • Kakeri practice

5. Tenchi Throw

   • Dropping to the midline
   • Breaking down while under pressure
   • Explanatory practice
   • Plum opens and controls with Matsu
   • Original meaning of Tenchi throw

6. Dealing with Continuous Strikes

   • Natural stance
   • Techniques for countering continuous strikes

7. Dealing with Multiple Hand Grips

   • Importance of multiple practice

8. Yahaz

   • Thrusting lessons
   • Explanatory practice
   • Application of yahaz

9. Basic Techniques for Front Strikes

   • Front strike Irimi throw
   • Front strike Kotegaeshi

10. Yin and Yang

Instruction and Supervision: Ichiro Iida was born in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture in 1945 and holds the rank of seventh dan in Aikido. He commenced his training at the Aikido Headquarters Dojo in 1963 and later founded the Aikido Club at Nihon University College of Art. In addition to Aikido, he has studied Kendo, Tai Chi, and Boxing, which have influenced his technical agility even into his mid-70s. Currently overseeing the Seijo Aikido Club, he is renowned for his expertise, attracting practitioners from various dojos seeking his teachings. Beyond Aikido, he is actively involved in historical research and has been recognized with accolades such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Merit Award and the Setagaya Ward Sports Merit Award.

Language: Japanese

Run Time: 60 min.

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